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LaFollette, TN Obituaries

Tabitha Georgia Markley

Tabitha Georgia Markley

Oct 17, 2019

Tabitha Georgia Markley, age 47 of LaFollette, passed away on October 17, 2019.  She enjoyed crocheting, animals, and doing crafts. She attended New Life Ministries Church.  Tabitha loved her kids very much.

She is preceded in death by her Brother Bradley Huling.

She is survived by her husband Brian...

Helen Louise (Barnes) Rose

Helen Louise (Barnes) Rose

Oct 17, 2019

Helen Louise Rose, age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, October 17, 2019.  She was a member of Grape Missionary Baptist Church in Monroe, Michigan.  Helen enjoyed music and dancing.

She is preceded in death by husband Marvin J. Rose, parents Robert and Laura (Moss) Barnes, brother Raymond Barnes.

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Emma Vanpatten

Emma Vanpatten

Oct 17, 2019

Emma VanPatten, age 90 of LaFollette departed this life Thursday, October 17, 2019.

Graveside service for Emma will be 1 PM Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Rural Vale Baptist Church with Rev. Vernon Webb officiating.

Emma's guestbook may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

The family has entrusted the care of Emma VanPatten to Martin...

Glenn Edward Ayers

Glenn Edward Ayers

Oct 15, 2019

Glenn Edward Ayers, age 79 of LaFollette departed this life Tuesday, October 15, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith and attended Emmanuel Baptist Church.  Glenn was a United States Navy Veteran.

He is preceded in death by son David Ayers, parents Jerry and Dollie (Blackard) Ayers, brothers Jerry, Ronnie, and DW Ayers.

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Marsha Lee Wilson

Marsha Lee Wilson

Oct 8, 2019

Marsha Lee Wilson, age 54 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019.  She was of the Baptist faith.

There are no services planned for Marsha at this time.

The family has entrusted the care of Marsha Lee Wilson to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"

Karl Heinz Schulz, Jr.

Karl Heinz Schulz, Jr.

Oct 7, 2019

Karl Heinz Schulz, Jr., of LaFollette departed this life Monday, October 7, 2019.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.  He enjoyed cooking and teaching his family how to cook.  He also loved to fish, gardening, birdwatching, and all things outdoors.

He is preceded in death by 1st wife Anna Ruth Marlow...

Tommy Jones

Tommy Jones

Oct 1, 2019

Tommy Jones, age 62 of LaFollette departed this life Monday, October 1, 2019.  He was a loving husband, brother, and uncle.  He enjoyed spending time in the mountains with his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by parents Elmer and Sharlene (Wilson) Jones, brothers Paul, Ray, and Bobby Jones.

He is...

Mary Juanita Overton

Mary Juanita Overton

Sep 27, 2019

Mary Juanita Overton, age 89, of Jacksboro passed away on Friday September 27, 2019. Heaven gained another Angel, Juanita went  home to be with her loving husband of 67 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and nieces and nephews, whom she loved very much. Juanita was a member of West Elkton Baptist...

Rb Woodard

Rb Woodard

Sep 25, 2019

RB Woodard, age 95 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 25, 2019.  He was a member of First Baptist Caryville Church.  He was a Mason and a Shriner for over 50 years. RB drove children and their families to Children's Hospital in Cincinnati.  He was a highly decorated World War II Veteran...

Donald Dewain "Don" Baird, Sr.

Donald Dewain "Don" Baird, Sr.

Sep 18, 2019

Donald "Don" Dewain Baird, Sr., age 85 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He enjoyed collecting coins, knifes, going to flea markets, and flowers.  Don was an avid talker that didn't allow you to get a word in.  He also enjoyed football and basketball, especially Tennessee Vols.  Don was a United States Army Veteran.

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Harley Clyde "Buddy" Petree

Harley Clyde "Buddy" Petree

Sep 18, 2019

Harley Clyde "Buddy" Petree, age 81 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He loved to work his garden.  Buddy enjoyed being a pilot for the United States Army where he retired as a Sergeant.

He is preceded in death by parents Wymer and Florida (Richardson) Petree, brothers, Lee Petree, Joe Petree, Newman Petree,...

Clifford Wayne Steakley

Clifford Wayne Steakley

Sep 18, 2019

Clifford Wayne  Steakley, age 38 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He enjoyed doing yard work and being outside.  Clifford loved being with his family and friends living life to the fullest.

He is preceded in death by mother Linda Steakley and brother Jeffrey Steakley,  grandparents Jack and Cora Steakley, Clifford and Lula...

Thomas Edward Martin

Thomas Edward Martin

Sep 16, 2019

Thomas Edward Martin, age 65 of Clinton passed away Monday, September 16, 2019.

There are no services planned at this time.

The family has entrusted the care of Thomas Edward Martin to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"

Thomas' guestbook may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Mae "Ruth" (Cox) Nelson

Mae "Ruth" (Cox) Nelson

Sep 15, 2019

Mae "Ruth" Nelson, age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Sunday, September 15, 2019.  She was a member of Murrayville Baptist Church.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  Ruth loved to cook, work in the garden, and being outdoors....

Claude Richard Goins

Claude Richard Goins

Sep 11, 2019

Claude Richard Goins, age 72 of Lake City went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 11, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.  He loved to play poker, fish, driving, traveling, country music, and aggravating everyone.  Claude also love to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is preceded in death...

Willard Dewayne Young

Willard Dewayne Young

Sep 10, 2019

Willard Dewayne Young, age 50 of Lafollette passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019.

There is no services planned for Mr. Young.

Willard's guest book may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

The family has entrusted the care of Willard Young to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"

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Floyd Chester Rosenbaum

Floyd Chester Rosenbaum

Sep 9, 2019

Floyd Chester Rosenbaum, age 73 of LaFollette departed this life Monday, September 9, 2019.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  Floyd enjoyed spending time with his family, loved to fish, and spending time outdoors.

He is preceded in death by parents Charles and Ester (Thomas) Rosenbaum, brother James Rosenbaum.

He is...

Spencer Douglas Young

Spencer Douglas Young

Sep 8, 2019

Spencer Douglas Young age 81, of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, NASCAR, and sitting on the porch.

Spencer is preceded in death by his parents Willard and Blanche (Douglas) Young; brother Jerry Young; and sisters Billie Baird and June Lloyd; his fur baby, Cheyanne.

He is...

Michael David Monk

Michael David Monk

Sep 6, 2019

Michael David Monk, age 38 of Lafollette passed away Friday, September 6, 2019.

A private graveside service was held 10 AM Monday, September 9, 2019 at Bakers Forge Cemetery.

The family has entrusted the care of Michael David Monk to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families Matter Most"

Michael's guestbook may...

Bobby Gene Hill

Bobby Gene Hill

Sep 4, 2019

Bobby Gene Hill, age 79 of LaFollette entered the gates of Heaven Wednesday, September 4, 2019.  He was a member of West LaFollette Baptist Church.  Bobby enjoyed going to Lyk-Nu Body Shop and fishing.  He also enjoyed watching Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds baseball.

He is preceded in death by parents Luther and Jewell Hill,...

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